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City of Fresno
Meeting Minutes
City Council
President - Mike Karbassi
Vice President - Miguel Angel Arias
Councilmembers:
Annalisa Perea, Tyler Maxwell, Brandon Vang,
Nick Richardson, Nelson Esparza
City Manager - Georgeanne A. White
City Attorney - Andrew Janz
City Clerk - Todd Stermer, MMC
9:00 AM Council ChambersThursday, June 19, 2025
Regular Meeting
The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the date and time above written.
9:11 A.M. ROLL CALL
Council President Mike Karbassi
Vice President Miguel Angel Arias
Councilmember Annalisa Perea
Councilmember Tyler Maxwell
Councilmember Brandon Vang
Councilmember Nick Richardson
Councilmember Nelson Esparza
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Invocation by Rev. Fr. James Pappas, St. George Greek Orthodox Church Rev. Fr. James Pappas gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
GV Wire reporter David Taub led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE AGENDA
THE AGENDA WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CHANGES
2-J (ID 25-855) regarding a grant agreement between the City of Fresno and the Fresno Economic Opportunity Commission (FEOC)/Advance Peace - Exhibit A of the Second Amendment to the agreement with Advance Peace.
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On page 5, under Program #1 for location(s) should read “Citywide” instead of Northwest and Southwest Fresno.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA
2-G (ID 25-895) regarding declaring the official intent to use proceeds of future indebtedness to reimburse the City for certain expenditures related to capital costs of Pave More Now, Pay Later – was removed from the agenda as it was approved during the Special Meeting on June 17th, 2025. 2-T (ID 25-905) regarding amending Rule 10 of the Council Rules of Procedures related to public comment – tabled by Council President Karbassi.
THE FOLLOWING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS WERE MOVED TO THE
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION
2-C (ID 25-844) regarding the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local Plan for Program Years 2025-2028 – was moved to contested consent by Vice President Arias. Vice President Arias then announced it was staying on the Consent Calendar.
2-J (ID 25-855) regarding a grant agreement between the City of Fresno and the Fresno Economic Opportunity Commission/Advance Peace – was moved to contested consent by Vice President Arias.
2- N (ID 25-894) regarding service agreements with Elevate Community Services, Inc. - was moved to contested consent by Vice President Arias.
On motion of Councilmember Esparza, seconded by Vice President Arias, the Agenda was APPROVED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Karbassi, Arias, Perea, Maxwell, Vang, Richardson and Esparza
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CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
ID 25-799 Proclamation of “Laura Garcia Day”
PRESENTED
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Kaur.
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Vice President Arias Reports and Comments. Expressed concern regarding the equity and consistency of parking enforcement, noting San Pablo appears to receive weekly citations, while other neighborhoods such as Tower do not. Cited impacts on working-class residents, particularly those working night shifts, and raised the issue in the context of policy shifts that waive parking requirements for new infill housing developments. Called for a broader policy discussion on whether the practice of citing residents during weekly street sweeping should continue citywide.
Councilmember Vang Reports and Comments. Acknowledged Juneteenth as a federally recognized holiday and noted a celebration was scheduled at noon in front of City Hall. Expressed appreciation to the Mayor, City Manager, department heads, city staff, and council colleagues for their support during the recent budget process. Reported hosting a neighborhood watch meeting with Oak Park Senior Villas residents. Thanked staff Laura, Ivan Lopez, and Brandon Gonzalez for organizing the event, and acknowledged the participation of residents in high heat conditions. Thanked staff from Fresno PD, City Attorney’s Office, and the Homeless Assistance Response Team (HART) for attending and addressing residents' questions.
Councilmember Esparza Reports and Comments. Recognized Juneteenth as a federally recognized holiday marking the emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, and invited the public to the Juneteenth flag-raising celebration at City Hall at noon. Announced hosting of the annual Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project event the following day, with high school students from Fresno and the Valley participating in a mock City Council meeting to learn about civic engagement and local government processes.
Councilmember Richardson Reports and Comments. Reported, on Flag Day, attended protests in District 6, noting the demonstrations were peaceful, well organized, and safely managed, with positive community engagement. Provided an update on the “Fresno Freedom” flag distribution initiative, reporting that approximately 600 American flags were acquired and over 500 had already been distributed to residents ahead of July 4th.
Encouraged residents in surrounding cities to request similar programs from their local governments. Addressed item 2-O on the consent calendar related to Accessory Dwelling Units, stating that after thorough review and City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 3
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consultation with experts, no negative impacts were found, and the item would remain on consent.
MAYOR/MANAGER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
There were no reports or comments from the Mayor or City Manager.
1. SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS
10:00 A.M.
ID 25-901 Consideration of Text Amendment Application No. P24-00794 and related Environmental Finding for Environmental Assessment No .
P24-00794, amending Sections 15-1302, 15-4907, 15-5102, 15-6702, 15-6802 of the Fresno Municipal Code, repealing Section 15-1106 of the Fresno Municipal Code, and establishing Section 15-2742.5 of the Fresno Municipal Code, to permit ministerial approval of housing projects.
1. ADOPTION of Mitigated Negative Declaration Sch No .
2024110662 for Text Amendment Application No. P24-00794.
2. ***BILL B -23 (Introduced May 22, 2025) (For Adoption ), amending Sections 15-1302, 15-4907, 15-5102, 15-6702, 15- 6802 of the Fresno Municipal Code, repealing Section 15- 1106 of the Fresno Municipal Code, and establishing Section 15-2742.5 of the Fresno Municipal Code, to permit ministerial approval of housing projects in the following instances as noted below( Subject to Mayor’s Veto):
a. Ministerial approval of office to dwelling conversions in the Office zone district; and
b. Ministerial approval of multi-unit residential
development in the RM -1, RM -2, and RM -3 zone
districts on parcels within one -half mile of an existing bus stop; and
c. Ministerial approval of multi -unit residential uses in the NMX, CMX, RMX, CMS and CR zone districts on
parcels within the City’s Infill Priority Area; and
d. Ministerial approval of new multi-unit residential
development in the Office zone district.
The above item was called to order at 10:04 A.M. and was presented to Council by. Upon call, the following members of the public addressed Council: Shirley Boswell, Sue Griffen, Tom Griffen, Debbie Nard, Lenore Schreiber, Peter Nunez, Julian Ramos, Ben Granholm, Peggy Pedersen, Dennis Sniffen, Ulysses Caiati, A.J. Ressami, David Cremins, Pam Neal, Jan Schmidt, and Carla Ratliff. Public comment closed at 10:41 A.M.
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housing and concerns over ministerial approval. Concerns about the involvement of groups supporting the policy. Appeal process and project approval timelines. Exemption of vacant land. Housing element requirements. Safeguards for housing projects. Council notification process for project approvals. Types of development permits and notification requirements. Public outreach and appeal rights. Traffic impact and environmental review requirements. Ordinance intent, balancing housing streamlining with oversight. District level housing needs and affordability challenges. Housing production vs. Political delays. Clarification of ministerial vs. discretionary review. Pro-housing designation and housing element compliance. Mayoral support and potential veto implications.
Timeline for mayoral veto. Past zoning experience and public engagement.
Developer accountability and loss of local control. Removing ministerial approval. Policy impact and effectiveness, housing element vs. ministerial streamlining. Additional amendments and safeguards. Material alteration triggers reintroduction and rehearing. Acknowledgment that policy will require another reading if motion passes. Council commitment to continue policy discussion and possible further amendments.
Councilmember Esparza motioned to approve the item with the amendment to remove all ministerial approval components from the item.
Councilmember Richardson seconded the motion with the clarification that the amendment does not remove the provision allowing office uses within 500 feet of a school, which is listed under the ministerial approval subheading on page 4.
BILL B-23 REINTRODUCED AND LAID OVER
On motion of Councilmember Esparza, seconded by Councilmember Richardson, that the above Action Item be REINTRODUCED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Karbassi, Vang, Richardson and Esparza4 -
No: Arias, Perea and Maxwell3 -
11:30 A.M.
ID 25-911 Approve a Cooperative Agreement with the State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for a State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) Minor Fund Contribution in the amount of $1,250,000 for the Midtown Trail Segment 1 Phase II Project; and authorize the Director of Public Works or designee to execute the Cooperative Agreement on behalf of the City. (Council District 7) City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 5
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The above item was called to order at 11:42 A.M. there was no staff presentation. Upon call, no members of the public addressed Council: Public comment closed at 11:43 A.M.
There was no council discussion.
On motion of Councilmember Esparza, seconded by Vice President Arias, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Karbassi, Arias, Vang and Esparza4 -
Absent: Perea, Maxwell and Richardson3 -
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
Upon call, for public comment on all Consent, Contested Consent and Closed Session items, no members of the public addressed Council.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
On motion of Vice President Arias, seconded by Councilmember Perea, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the following vote:
Aye: Karbassi, Arias, Perea, Maxwell, Vang, Richardson and Esparza
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2.-A. ID 25-866 Approval of the Minutes for the June 2, 2025, Budget Hearing and Special Meeting, June 3, 2025, Budget Hearing and Special Meeting, and June 4, 2025, Budget Hearing and Special Meeting
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-B. ID 25-857 Approve the appointment of Deputy Chief Robert Beckwith to the City of Fresno Fire and Police Retirement Board to a term that is continuous.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
ID 25-1002 District 3 Photos Presented During Reports and Comments
2.-C. ID 25-844 Approve the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local Plan for Program Years 2025-2028.
During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Stermer announced this item was moved to contested consent by Vice President Arias. Vice President Arias then announced it was staying on the Consent Calendar.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
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2.-D. ID 25-898 Actions pertaining to Commercial Cannabis Activity:
1. BILL- (For introduction) Amending Sections 7-1404 Through 7- 1432 of the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to Cannabis Business License Tax.
BILL B-26 INTRODUCED AND LAID OVER
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-E. ID 25-811 Actions pertaining to the Water Main Replacements In The Area Bound By Clinton, Teilman, University and West Avenues Project (Bid File 12500340-1) (Council District 3):
1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff ’s determination pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 (Existing Facilities) and 15302/Class 2 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines for the Water Main Replacements In The Area Bound By Clinton, Teilman, University and West Avenues Project;
2. Award a construction contract in the amount of $5,525,000.00 to West Valley Construction Company, Inc ., as the lowest
responsive and responsible bidder for the Water Main
Replacements In The Area Bound By Clinton, Teilman, University and West Avenues Project.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-F. ID 25-783 Reject the bid received for the Fresno Northeast Surface Water Treatment Facility Polymer Batcher Equipment Replacement Project . (Bid File No. 12500793) (Council District 6)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-G. ID 25-895 RESOLUTION - Declaring the official intent to use proceeds of future indebtedness to reimburse the City for certain expenditures related to capital costs of Pave More Now, Pay Later Program (Requires 5 Affirmative Votes).
REMOVED FROM AGENDA
2.-H. ID 25-560 Approve Amendment One to the ordering document of the Software License and Services Agreements with Oracle, Inc., to remove license expansion fees for historical archive use of PeopleSoft financials and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-I. ID 25-852 Approve the purchase of Cisco Secure Firewalls, associated materials, and implementation for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition for an City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 7
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amount not to exceed $ 336,087, utilizing the cooperative purchase agreement with AMS .NET, LLC ., dba MGT Impact Solutions, Merced County FOCUS Agreement 2021092.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-K. ID 25-738
Actions pertaining to the 2025 Youth Service Corps Homelessness Pilot Program grant:
1. ***RESOLUTION -Authorizing the acceptance of grant funding from California Volunteers Youth Service Corps Program grant in the amount of $1,000,000 for the One Fresno Youth Jobs Corps Program and authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all necessary implementing documents. (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
2. Approve the 2025 CaliforniansForAll Youth Service Corps Homelessness Pilot Program Grant and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all related documents to the administration, modification, monitoring, and closeout of the agreement.
RESOLUTION 2025-182 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-L. ID 25-613 Approve a consultant services agreement with Toole Design Group, LLC for project services related to the West Shaw Transit Oriented Development Corridor and Town Center Study in an amount not to exceed $ 400,000, for a term through December 31, 2027, with an optional one year extension.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-M. ID 25-420 Approve the First Amendment to the Service Contract with Ace Parking Management to increase the contract amount by $ 3,527,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $ 16,757,332 utilizing funds previously approved and appropriated by the City Council.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-O. ID 25-903 Consideration of Development Code Text Amendment Application No .
P25-00996 amending various sections of the Fresno Municipal Code pertaining to tiny houses on wheels, accessory dwelling units, manufactured homes, the RM -MH zone district, agricultural labor housing, and housing terminology; and corresponding General Plan Text Amendment amending Chapter 3 of the Fresno General Plan, Table 3-1:
Citywide Standards for Density and Development Intensity.
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determination that Plan & Text Amendment Application No. P25- 00996 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines.
2. ***BILL B-24 (Introduced June 12, 2025) (For Adoption) amending the following sections of the Fresno Municipal Code(Subject to Mayor’s Veto):
a. Section 15-2738, updating regulations pertaining to tiny houses on wheels (THOW) and design standards for
manufactured homes.
b. Section 15-903, updating regulations pertaining to
minimum density in the RM-MH zone district.
c. Sections 15-310, 15-802, 15-902, 15-1002, 15-1102,
15-1202, 15-1502, 15-2004, 15-2409, 15-2723, 15-
2753, 15-2754, 15-4907, and 15-6702 of the Fresno
Municipal Code, updating regulations pertaining to
accessory dwelling units.
d. Sections 15-902, 15-1002, 15-1302, 15-1402, and 15-
6707, updating regulations pertaining to where
agricultural labor housing is permitted; and
e. Sections 15-107, 15-310, 15-313, 15-404, 15-405, 15- 9, 15-901, 15-902, 15-903, 15-904, 15-906, 15-10, 15-
1001, 15-1002, 15-1003, 15-1004, 15-1101, 15-1104,
15-1201, 15-1204, 15-1304, 15-1606, 15-1609, 15-
2004, 15-2006, 15-2008, 15-2012, 15-2015, 15-2016,
15-2303, 15-2304, 15-2305, 15-2308, 15-2311, 15-
2405, 15-2409, 15-2414, 15-2416, 15-2421, 15-2429,
15-2609, 15-2612, 15-2713, 15-2716, 15-2720, 15-
2722, 15-2723, 15-2725, 15-2734, 15-2735, 15-2738,
15-2746, 15-2747, 15-2753, 15-2754, 15-2763, 15-
3701, 15-3804, 15-3906, 15-4103, 15-4105, 15-4108,
15-4906, 15-4907, 15-5102, 15-6102, and 15-6702,
updating language from “single-family” and
“multi-family” to “single-unit” and “multi-unit.”
3. RESOLUTION amending Chapter 3, Table 3-1, of the Fresno General Plan: Citywide Standards for Density and Development Intensity, pertaining to minimum density of the RM -MH Zone District.
ORDINANCE 2025-24 ADOPTED
RESOLUTION 2025-162 (ADOPTED JUNE 12, 2025)
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-P. ID 25-759
Actions pertaining to the Rockwell Automation Control Systems for Wastewater Management Division (Council District 3):
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uniquely qualified;
2. Approve a service agreement with Rexel USA, Inc ., for a five -year term not to exceed $242,500.00 to provide remote maintenance and support services for Rockwell Automation Control Systems for the Wastewater Management Division.
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-Q. ID 25-770 The action pertaining to the dedication of those portions of City -owned property for the purpose of a public pedestrian easement, to accommodate the construction of a public pedestrian sidewalk on the east side of Peach Avenue for the new park (Council District 5)
1. RESOLUTION - Dedicating those portions of City -owned property for public pedestrian purposes to accommodate the construction of a public pedestrian sidewalk on the east side of Peach Avenue for the new park
RESOLUTION 2025-183 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-R. ID 25-870 RESOLUTION - Adopting a list of proposed Public Works projects to receive Senate Bill 1 (SB1) Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Funding for City Fiscal Year 2026.
RESOLUTION 2025-184 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-S. ID 25-879 ***RESOLUTION - Authorizing the Submission of a Safe Streets and Roads for All Planning and Demonstration Grant Application to the United States Department of Transportation and Authorizing the Public Works Director or Designee to Accept and Execute All Application and Grant Agreement Documents on Behalf of the City of Fresno. ( Citywide) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
RESOLUTION 2025-185 ADOPTED
APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
2.-T. ID 25-905 RESOLUTION - Amending Rule 10 of the Council Rules of Procedures Related to Public Comment
During approval of the agenda, City Clerk Stermer announced this item was removed from the agenda by Council President Karbassi.
TABLED
CONTESTED CONSENT CALENDAR
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2.-J. ID 25-855 Actions pertaining to a grant agreement between the City of Fresno and the Fresno Economic Opportunity Commission (FEOC)/Advance Peace:
1. Approve a no -cost Second Amendment to the grant
agreement for the Violence Intervention and Prevention
Initiative (VIPI) dated June 26, 2024 between the City of Fresno and FEOC /Advance Peace to extend the term
through June 26, 2026 and update the scope of services.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement and all related documents on the behalf of the City of Fresno.
Vice President Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the program.
Council discussion included: Introduction and oversight of Advanced Peace Program. Impact of Advanced Peace on violent crime. Council commitment to program personnel. Public Perception and program defense. Measurable outcomes and cost efficiency.
During approval of the Consent Calendar, Council President Karbassi registered a NO vote for the above item.
APPROVED
On motion of Vice President Arias, seconded by Councilmember Esparza, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Arias, Perea, Maxwell, Vang, Richardson and Esparza6 - No: Karbassi1 -
2.-N. ID 25-894 Approve service agreements with Elevate Community Services, Inc . (Elevate) for the operation of the following three emergency shelters (Bid File 12500851) (Council District 3)
1. Fresno Home located at 2550 W. Clinton Avenue, a shelter providing 50 beds for families experiencing homelessness. The agreement term is from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000.00, funded through the
Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) program
2. Parkway Inn located at 959 N. Parkway Drive, a shelter offering 62 units for individuals experiencing homelessness. The agreement term is from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 in an amount not to exceed $1,549,952.00, funded through the HHAP program
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units for individuals experiencing homelessness. The agreement term is from July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025 in an amount not to exceed $1,324,921.00, funded through the HHAP program
Vice President Arias moved the above item to Contested Consent to discuss the contract.
Council discussion included: Shelter bed assignment process. Contract compliance and violations. Shelter operations timeline and funding.
Complaint handling and oversight.
APPROVED
On motion of Vice President Arias, seconded by Councilmember Perea, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: Karbassi, Arias, Perea, Maxwell, Vang, Richardson and Esparza
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3. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION
Upon call, no members of the public addressed the Council with unscheduled communication:
4. CITY COUNCIL
5. CLOSED SESSION
During open session, Chief Assistant City Attorney Collet announced each of the items that would be discussed in closed session.
Council withdrew to closed session at 11:44 A.M
5.-A. ID 25-867
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code
Section 54957.6
City Negotiators: Anthony Garcia; Sumeet Malhi
Employee Organization(s): 1. International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers, Local 39 (Local 39); 2. Fresno City Employees Association (FCEA); 3. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Basic), Unit 4; 4. International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 5 (Fire Basic); 5. Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 1027 (ATU); 6. International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 100 City of Fresno ***Subject to Mayoral Veto Page 12
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(IBEW); 7. Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA Management); 8.
International Association of Firefighters, Local 202, Unit 10 (Fire Management); 9. City of Fresno Professional Employees Association (CFPEA); 10. City of Fresno Management Employees Association (CFMEA). 11. Employee Organization(s): Unrepresented Employees in Unit 2 (Non-Represented Management and Confidential Classes):
Airport Public Safety Manager, Assistant City Attorney, Assistant City Manager, Assistant Controller, Assistant Director, Assistant Director of Personnel Services, Assistant Director of Public Utilities, Assistant Director of Public Works, Assistant Police Chief, Assistant Retirement Administrator, Background Investigator, Budget Analyst, Budget Manager, Chief Assistant City Attorney, Chief Information Officer, Chief Labor Negotiator, Chief of Staff to Councilmember, Chief of Staff to the Mayor, City Attorney (City Negotiator, Council President Karbassi), City Attorney Investigator, City Clerk (City Negotiator, Council President Karbassi), City Engineer, City Manager (City Negotiator, Mayor Dyer), Community Coordinator, Community Outreach Specialist, Controller, Council Assistant, Deputy City Attorney II , Deputy City Attorney III, Deputy City Manager, Director, Director of Aviation, Director of Development, Director of Personnel Services, Director of Public Utilities, Director of Transportation, Economic Development Coordinator, Economic Development Director, Executive Assistant to Department Director, Executive Assistant to the City Attorney, Executive Assistant to the City Council, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Fire Chief, Governmental Affairs Manager, Human Resources Manager, Independent Reviewer, Internal Auditor, Investment Officer, Management Analyst II, Payroll Accountant, Payroll Manager, Police Chief, Principal Budget Analyst, Principal Internal Auditor, Principal Labor Relations Analyst, Project Liaison/Program Administrator, Public Affairs Officer, Public Works Director, Retirement Administrator, Retirement Benefits Manager, Retirement Office Manager, Senior Budget Analyst, Senior City Attorney Investigator, Senior Deputy City Attorney I, Senior Deputy City Attorney II, Senior Deputy City Attorney III, Senior Human Resources/Risk Analyst, Senior Law Clerk, Supervising Deputy City Attorney, Veterinarian The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
5.-B. ID 25-890
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(4)
Case Name: City of Fresno v. Centers Veterans Group, LLC; (Code Enforcement Case # E20-08659)
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The above item was discussed in closed session. There were no open session announcements for this item.
DISCUSSED
ADJOURNMENT
The Council meeting adjourned from closed session at 11:54 A.M.
The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the July 17, 2025, regular meeting.
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